EU wants U.S. trade deal back on track, warns defense

EU leaders expressed relief after U.S. President Donald Trump reversed his threats over Greenland during an emergency summit in Brussels.

The summit followed U.S. warnings of steep tariffs and possible military action to pressure Europe on Greenland. Trump later pulled back.

European officials said the reversal was welcome but stressed they remain vigilant against any future coercion from Washington.

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said firmness helped convince Trump to drop the threats against the EU. Leaders agreed on caution.

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French President Emmanuel Macron and European Council chief Antonio Costa emphasized that the bloc will defend itself, member states, citizens, and companies.

EU leaders reaffirmed the importance of transatlantic relations while noting the need for Europe to gradually reduce overreliance on the United States.

The European Parliament is likely to resume ratification of the EU-U.S. trade deal now that the Greenland threat has eased, officials said.